Recreation

Adventure and exploration are a way of life and this can be experienced first by being part of recreational activities taking place in Rome. It provides opportunities of venturing out and marveling at natural and man-made spectacles of Rome. Sightseeing suffices as the major form of outdoor recreation. Tours include seeing the city sites on foot. This allows people to view the marvelous buildings and monuments, which make up the Roman wonders, up close apart from keeping them busy all through the tour. A walk through a papal palace holds optimum importance in a visitors wish list, since, watching an Egyptian obelisk and walking streets that have survived from the days of Jesus cant be compared with any other experience. A visit to the Colosseum transports visitors to the past and prompts the audience to marvel at the architectural and strategic planning of past heroes. The Vatican is a must see and a large number of tourists actually make the trip only to catch a glimpse of its majestic and artistic appeal, which stands tall. The Pantheon is also a very popular site. The Circus Maximus sports arena gives people an idea of the scope and extent of entertainment the Romans were used to. Apart from this, hundreds of museums, a catacomb and the very streets of Rome spell awe and hopefulness.

Golf courses are many but some tend to be open only to members. For this reason visitors need to be judicious and make enquiries regarding entry terms and conditions. Amongst the numerous courses, entry at Parco de Medici is easy. This is because the management offers temporary memberships that facilitate tourist visits. At this 18-hole course, people can even opt for golf lessons to sharpen their skills or learn the tricks of the trade.

Address:

Golf Club Parco de Medici

Viale Parco de Medici

Rome

Tel: 39 066553344

Horseback riding is another common sporting activity. Training sessions and guided horse riding trips only make the experience better. Though it may not be appealing to all, trained personnel, beautiful horses and adequate training programs make horse riding all the more enjoyable. The Capannelle is renowned in these aspects and boasts of a large number of enrollments. This riding facility caters to learners and riders of varying abilities.

Capannelle Horse Riding Centre

Via R. Bianchi Bandinelli, 38

Rome

Though kayaking may not be a top priority figuring in the visitors' recreational preferences, it is a popular activity. For this adequate training and guidance are a prerequisite to avoid any freak accidents. When training at a kayaking center it is possible to make enquiries regarding the variety of kayak trips. Based upon ability, experience and the need for adventure, visitors may be part of trips to close islands or go all the way to distant once too. The Sea Kayak of Rome is a reputed operator and is known to arrange for a wide range of kayak trips.

Sea Kayak of Italy

Viale Regina Margherita 192

Rome

Tel: 39 0565-930837

In case visitors do not wish to venture out and be part of adventurous activities, a visit to Rome's parks and gardens proves to be equally enjoyable. A walk to these places provides opportunities of relaxation apart from offering solace and a glimpse into the scope for flora. Amongst these, the Villa Borghese Park is popular not just in Rome but is recognized amongst the most attractive in Europe. Visitors may walk, relax, rent-a-bike or skate when at the park. At the northeast part there is a little zoo that can also be visited.

Villa Borghese Park

central Rome

Rome